The article tells about such a finishing material as clinker tiles, which is an excellent option both for decorating the facade of a house and the territory adjacent to it. It is very resistant to environmental influences, and, thanks to the efforts of numerous designers, it has a wonderful appearance. Of course, when working with clinker tiles, you cannot do without minimal skills and experience
Construction 2024, September
When you move into a new apartment or just make repairs to an existing one, you want the floor to be in order too. But to lay parquet, linoleum or laminate, you need a strictly horizontal base. And here the question arises: how to level concrete floors? It is quite possible to do it yourself, thanks to which you can save money, and you do not need special skills. It will be quite enough for you to see at least once before how such work was carried out by
There are a lot of building materials for interior decoration and in particular walls. A special niche among them is occupied by decorative plaster. It is considered the best material for wall decoration, as it is easy to apply and gives a spectacular end result
If you are thinking about how to make a formwork for a strip foundation, then you need to be guided by the recommendations of a specialist. The lifespan of the entire building will depend on how well the foundation is built. The role of an important stage in the construction of the foundation of buildings is the installation of formwork, when installing it, you can save a lot, but do everything with high quality
The foundation platform for most capital construction projects is arranged using formwork. This design performs several functions, including holding, isolating and protective. In professional construction, the fixed formwork system is increasingly being used as the most functional and practical to use. But this method also involves different ways of execution
Calculating the number of foam blocks per house is not at all difficult if there is data on all indicators - area, volume, width and height of levels, attic dimensions, dimensions of openings. Thanks to the knowledge of all the numbers, you can accurately calculate how much material you need
Horizontal waterproofing must necessarily include concrete ironing, as this stage refers to measures that provide waterproofing. After 3 hours, a 2-cm layer of cement should be poured on top of the concrete, which is sifted through a sieve. The surface is leveled, after a while the cement should get wet from the moisture contained in the solution
Building a formwork is a simple matter, if you first study the information given in the material, and also listen to the recommendations from professional builders. For the construction of small residential buildings, the structure is most often made of wood
Quality barn foundations ensure the reliability and strength of buildings. Particular attention should be paid to the components of the solution. Standard Portland cement has sufficient characteristics, but it must have a fresh production date. It is advisable to purchase crushed stone of a fine fraction, due to this, the consumption of materials is reduced, the solution becomes denser when laying and more monolithic when solidified
Land improvement is similar to housing renovation. You cannot end the process, you can only pause for a while, and then continue. A personal estate, like a living organism, requires constant attention from the owners, investment of money and considerable work. The issue is of particular relevance when it comes to residential buildings
The drainage system plays an important role in the operation of the house. Its main task is to collect and divert sedimentary flows to the right place. Competent arrangement of gutters helps to prevent the destruction of the facade, walls, foundation of the building. In addition, the drain refers to an element of decorative design of the house
Many of you are well aware of how much a storm drain is needed in a private house. It prevents the destruction of the foundation under the influence of rain and melt water. In today's article, we will consider the design features of such systems
Stone carpet - what is it? Advantages, materials. Do-it-yourself stone carpet, laying technology. A photo
Laying rubber tiles is technologically quite simple. Even a person who has absolutely no skills in working with it can cope with the installation of this material. On the ground, for example, rubber tiles are installed even without the use of any fixing compounds
Cellular polycarbonate is very often used in the construction of greenhouses and gazebos. This material has truly unique properties - it is durable and transmits sunlight well. The dimensions of polycarbonate sheets are fixed, which makes them as convenient as possible in transportation and cutting
After a hard week at work, I want to relax and unwind in the open air. But the sultry heat or unexpected rain force them to hide indoors. Salvation in this case will be summer canopies for relaxation. They will help you hide from the weather, while remaining outdoors. In addition, they will become a protection for storing things or an alternative to a closed garage for a car. It can be made from various materials, which allows you to independently choose the desired shape and design
For the construction of a building with heavy walls, foundation pillows are used. If they are building a house with a basement, they build a tape-type foundation. Plates are the main element in it
The foundations of private or multi-storey buildings are always built on stabilizing pads. Such substrates can be equipped with sand, gravel or concrete. The dimensions of the foundation pillows can be different. Finished factory products of this type are in any case manufactured in compliance with the requirements of GOST
Composite reinforced concrete piles are indispensable structures for the installation of foundations on difficult soils. Their use allows you to create strong and reliable foundations for any type of structure, from residential buildings to warehouses
The quality of the roof in modern suburban housing largely determines its comfort and safety. Roof ventilation is the most important element of its proper construction
Sealants are substances used to seal joints in building or any other structures. They protect surfaces from moisture, steam, gas, pollution. Sealants are used for construction and repair, as well as in everyday life for various needs. They are the easiest to seal any holes and cracks. To choose the right type of sealant, you need to understand their varieties and the scope of each
Drainage work is so easy to carry out that any home master can handle it without having certain skills and knowledge. The laying of this system is carried out at the design stage of a residential building, so that you do not have to dig up paths and lawns
Considering the types of polycarbonate, you can understand that the structure of the material can be cellular or solid. The first type on the cross section has a peculiar pattern that resembles a honeycomb. They form stiffeners that are installed straight or obliquely
Do-it-yourself drainage on the site can be easily done if necessary. This may be required when there is excessive moisture in the area, which can cause many problems
Decided to insulate the room? Do you want to feel really comfortable in your home? Then you should trust the opinion of professionals and insulate the house with innovative Knauf material. Yes, yes, because using this product, not a single person complained about the quality, and the result of use exceeded all expectations
The thickness of the "Rock Oak" coating is 12 mm. The boards do not have a chamfer, which eliminates the grooves at the junction. The chamfer has a decorative function, thanks to which it is possible to achieve maximum resemblance to a natural floor or parquet
Stained wood is an effective finishing method that allows you to emphasize its beauty and give the material the desired shade. Wood stains (stains), unlike paints, do not form an opaque layer on the surface of the wood, but penetrate into it (as if fused)
Wooden bath is a structure that can become a real place of rest for both the body and the soul. During its construction, it is necessary to take into account the design features and comply with all recommended technologies. Only in this case, you can get a high-quality and comfortable building that will last for decades
Ceiling vapor barrier is now being done more and more frequently during renovations. It can be done both with the help of old methods, time-tested, and with the use of modern materials. For example, you have a damp and damp room, although it is quite warm. It can be a heated basement in a private household or a bathhouse. For such premises, very often a characteristic moment is the formation of steam, that is, warm air, which contains water droplets
PF-115 (enamel) is a product for application on surfaces that have previously been coated with a primer. All kinds of materials can be used as a basis, among them steel, wood, etc
The Swedish company PERSTORF became the first company to start promoting laminate on the flooring market. It was she who in 1977 began to use laminated materials not only for furniture cladding, as all woodworking companies did at that time. It should be noted that this innovation was a resounding success. By the way, what is it and what are the colors of the laminate, so popular today?
Most often, the walls of residential premises are decorated with wallpapers - multi-colored, striped, large or small flowers or with an inconspicuous ornament - in general, the range is wide in color, material, and price. But trends are changing. The fashion for painting walls is more and more proving its worth not only in terms of costs, but also in many other ways. So, why is interior paint better than wallpaper?
What is the difference between a bath and a sauna? Or maybe it's the same thing? Surprisingly, it was true some time ago, but today everything has changed. How to determine where to go to take a steam bath, and who is ordered to go to the bathhouse?
The side stone (curb) is mainly used to separate the pedestrian part of the street and the carriageway. It is indispensable when laying paving slabs or paving stones
Despite the fact that every year there is a mass of various finishing materials, stretch ceilings do not give up their positions. They appeared on the market for a relatively long time, but to this day they are willingly bought. However, buying is half the battle. Many are interested in whether stretch ceilings are difficult to install? How do you install them yourself, and is it possible to do this in principle? We will try to answer these questions in this article
PSUL for windows is a pre-compressed sealing tape. It is usually used when installing plastic and wooden windows for hydro and thermal insulation
Every prospective homeowner who wants to start building their own home just needs to know a few simple building rules
Seamless stretch ceilings are the ideal solution for the most demanding client. They do not have any irregularities, roughness, seams or other defects (if the installation was carried out correctly by an experienced specialist), so they are easy to confuse with a plastered surface
As a rule, in our apartments people use a loggia or a balcony for other purposes. Washed things dry there, all rubbish and other irrelevant items lie, while there is a catastrophic lack of free space in the house. That is why now we will try to get rid of this bad habit regarding such an irrational use of this space. And we will make an office on the balcony, which, although small, will be very stylish and, most importantly, necessary
Nowadays, in many apartments of compatriots you can see various types of arches. We will not be mistaken if we say that almost every person who has made repairs in the last ten years has thought about such a change in the traditional doorway